PDS Organic Garden, developed by PDS Organization as part of its sustainable village activities, is dedicated to promoting environmental conservation and sustainable development in Central District, Zanzibar. With environmental awareness and access to effective waste-management systems, recycling facilities, and sustainable practices still developing across Zanzibar, the PDS team aims to introduce practical, eco-friendly solutions that can benefit both local communities and the environment.
The Organic Garden serves as a demonstration of how sustainable farming can contribute to food security, environmental protection, and improved livelihoods. The project promotes organic farming methods, including the responsible use of natural fertilizers, composting, water conservation, soil improvement, and the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other useful crops without relying heavily on harmful chemical inputs.
An important part of the initiative is turning organic waste into a valuable resource. Through composting and other environmentally friendly practices, agricultural and household organic waste can be transformed into natural fertilizer for the garden. This helps reduce unnecessary waste while improving soil fertility and creating a practical example of the principles of a circular economy.
Activities
- Environmental cleaning:
Help PDS team in environmental cleaning campaigns, give environmental awareness to the community (adults and children) through lessons, trainings and workshops. - Organic vegetable garden:
Help with the maintenance of the garden by composting, planting, giving lessons, trainings or workshops on healthy eating (adults). - Waste Industry Improvement:
Advice local businesses on waste disposal, waste sorting and recycling initiatives. Teach recycling to PDS team and the community. Implement recycling project with the community.
- Tree nursery:
Participate in the establishment/management of the tree nursery. - Homemade garden fertilizer:
Teach how to make homemade garden fertilizers to the community or contribute to its production. - Seaweed Farming:
Support the seaweed farmers of Pemba Island on various activities such as planting in the sea, harvesting, drying and so on.
Note: Pemba Island only.
Advantages Of The Program
Village Tour
Discover the community life and meet with the locals.
Zanzibar Food Tasting
Taste more than 15 types of Zanzibar food!
Visits
Discover the historical places of Zanzibar.
Swahili lessons
Learn Swahili language
Visits of the local markets
Discover the life of the local markets by day and by night!
Cooking Lessons
Learn how to cook Zanzibar food.
